1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Argenta (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Argenta | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
